Jesus Is Alive!
Bible Story: The Resurrection
Bible Text: Gospel of John 20:1–18
Big Idea: Jesus rose from the dead and is alive today.
Age Group: 3–10 Years
Lesson Length: 35–40 Minutes
Looking for a free printable Resurrection Sunday School lesson for kids? This engaging and easy-to-teach Easter Bible lesson for children is perfect for ages 3–10 and helps kids understand the powerful truth that Jesus is alive. Based on John 20:1–18, this kids Bible lesson on the resurrection includes a complete teaching plan with a Bible story, discussion questions, hands-on craft, interactive game, and memory verse activities.
This no-prep Sunday School lesson is designed for busy teachers, parents, and church leaders who want to confidently teach the meaning of Easter in a simple and meaningful way. Children will discover the joy of the empty tomb, learn that Jesus defeated death, and understand that because He lives, we have hope every day.
Perfect for Easter Sunday, children’s church, homeschool, or midweek programs, this lesson will help kids grow in faith while having fun and staying engaged.
This Lesson Is Part of the Series: Jesus Our Savior
This lesson begins an 8-lesson journey that helps children understand the most important events of Jesus’ saving work — from His arrival in Jerusalem to the moment He sends His followers to share the Good News with the world.
Throughout this series, children will discover:
✔ Jesus is the promised King and Savior who came to rescue us.
✔ Jesus showed His love by giving His life for us.
✔ Jesus forgives those who trust in Him.
✔ Jesus gave His life because He loves us.
✔ Jesus rose from the dead and is alive.
✔ Jesus gives new life and walks with us every day.
✔ Jesus brings peace to our hearts.
✔ Jesus sends us to share His love with the world.
✨ This lesson is included inside the April Ready-to-Teach Bible Lesson Kit, which contains 8 complete lessons, crafts, memory verse cards, and teacher planning pages designed to make teaching simple and meaningful.
1. Welcome, Opening Prayer & Worship Time (5 Minutes)
Teacher Welcome Script
Good morning, friends! I’m so happy you are here today. Last time we learned about how Jesus gave His life on the cross because He loves us. But today we will learn the most amazing part of the story. Something incredible happened that changed everything. The grave could not hold Jesus! Today we will discover the joyful truth that Jesus is alive!
Opening Prayer (Repeat After Me)
Dear God,
Thank You for loving us.
Thank You for sending Jesus.
Thank You that Jesus is alive.
Help us trust You and follow You.
In Jesus’ name, Amen.
Songs
Song: “Alive, Alive Forevermore”
Motion: Raise hands upward.
Song: “My God Is So Big”
Motion: Stretch arms wide.
2. Bible Story for Kids (10 Minutes)
Story Title: The Empty Tomb
After Jesus died, His friends placed His body in a tomb. A large stone was rolled in front of the entrance.
Early on the third day, a woman named Mary Magdalene went to the tomb.
When she arrived, something surprising had happened.
The stone had been rolled away.
Mary looked inside the tomb and saw that Jesus was not there.
She was confused and ran to tell the disciples.
Later, Jesus appeared to Mary. At first she did not recognize Him.
Then Jesus spoke her name.
“Mary.”
When she heard Him say her name, she knew it was Jesus.
Jesus was alive!
Mary ran to tell the disciples the good news.
“I have seen the Lord!”
The resurrection showed that Jesus has power over sin and death.
Jesus is alive today.
The sadness of the cross turned into joy and hope.
Jesus had defeated death.
Because Jesus is alive, we know that God’s power is greater than anything. Jesus brings hope, life, and victory.
3. Heart Connection Teaching (5 Minutes)
The resurrection is the greatest news in the Bible.
Jesus did not stay in the tomb. He rose from the dead.
Because Jesus is alive, we know that His love and power are real.
And because Jesus is alive, we can have hope and trust Him every day.
Sometimes we feel sad or worried. Maybe something didn’t go the way we hoped, or we feel afraid about something.
But the story of the resurrection reminds us of something wonderful.
Even when things seemed hopeless, God had a beautiful plan.
Jesus came back to life, showing that God’s power is stronger than death and stronger than anything we face.
Reflective Question
How do you think Mary felt when she realized Jesus was alive?
Faith Reminder
Because Jesus is alive, we can always have hope and trust God.
4. Bible Story Discussion & Life Application (7 Minutes)
Guided Questions
Who went to the tomb early in the morning?
(Mary Magdalene)
What did Mary see when she arrived?
(The stone was rolled away.)
What did the disciples discover inside the tomb?
(It was empty.)
Who appeared to Mary?
(Jesus)
What does the resurrection show us?
(Jesus is alive.)
What Would You Do If…?
You heard exciting good news?
(You would want to share it with others.)
A friend felt sad or discouraged?
(You could remind them that Jesus gives hope.)
Faith Prompts
When you feel afraid, you can pray:
“Jesus, thank You that You are alive.”
When you feel thankful, you can pray:
“Jesus, thank You for giving us hope.”
5. Christian Craft for Kids (7 Minutes)
Craft Name
Empty Tomb Diorama
Purpose
To help children visualize the resurrection story.
Materials
• Paper cups or small boxes
• Construction paper
• Small stone drawing
• Glue
• Markers
Steps
Cut a tomb opening into the paper cup or box.
Draw a stone that has been rolled away.
Decorate the tomb area with colors.
Write: “Jesus Is Alive!”
6. Interactive Game or Faith Activity (5 Minutes)
Activity Name: Roll the Stone
Purpose:To help children remember the stone rolling away from the tomb.
Materials: Small ball (represents the stone)
How to Play
Children sit in a circle.
One child gently rolls the “stone” across the floor.
When the next child catches it, everyone says:
“Jesus is alive!”
Faith Connection
The stone was rolled away because Jesus had risen from the grave.
7. Memory Verse With Motions (3 Minutes)
Verse
Matthew 28:6
“He is not here; He has risen!”
Motions
“He is not here” → point to empty space
“He has risen” → lift hands upward
Practice
Repeat together three times with motions.
8. Weekly Faith Challenge
This week celebrate that Jesus is alive.
You can:
• Thank Jesus in prayer
• Share the story of the resurrection with someone
• Sing a worship song to praise Him
Remember that Jesus brings hope and new life.
9. Closing Prayer (2 Minutes)
Dear God,
Thank You that Jesus is alive.
Thank You for the hope You give us.
Help us trust You and share this good news with others.
In Jesus’ name, Amen.
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